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Export Supervisor

Des Plaines, Illinois, United States

Mallory Alexander International Logistics, a global third-party logistics company (3PL) headquartered in Memphis, TN has an immediate opening for a Logistics Professional to join our team!

The Export Supervisor oversees all aspects of air and ocean export operations, ensuring timely, compliant, and cost-effective movement of international cargo. This role requires deep expertise in global logistics, regulatory compliance, and customer service excellence.

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Daily export operations for both air and ocean shipments. Coordinate bookings with airlines, steamship lines, and drayage providers via phone, email, or digital portals
  • Select optimal shipment routes and modes of transport based on product requirements, transit times, and security needs.
  • Ensure accurate and compliant preparation of all export documentation, including commercial invoices, packing lists, AES filings, airway bills (MAWB/HAWB), and ocean bills of lading.
  • Manage tracking and tracing of shipments from origin to destination, ensuring proactive communication with customers on status and exceptions.
  • Maintain in-depth knowledge of U.S. and international export regulations, including TSA, AES, and Customs compliance requirements.
  • Ensure all shipments meet export control requirements (e.g., ECCN classification, ITN numbers, and documentation under Letters of Credit).
  • Guarantee adherence to IATA, STA, and KSMS standards for air cargo operations.
  • Maintain accurate records of document releases and shipping timelines for audit readiness.
  • Serve as the primary escalation point for customer inquiries, service issues, and special handling requests.
  • Collaborate with vendors, carriers, and foreign agents to ensure seamless coordination of services, including destination delivery and storage arrangements.
  • Implement process improvements to enhance operational efficiency, accuracy, and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Supply Chain, or Logistics preferred (or equivalent experience).
  • Minimum 5 years of freight forwarding experience, including both air and ocean exports.
  • Demonstrated leadership or supervisory experience in international logistics operations.
  • Proficiency in CargoWise or similar logistics management systems preferred.
  • Strong understanding of Incoterms, export declarations, and global compliance standards.
  • Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
  • Proven ability to prioritize workload, meet tight deadlines, and maintain accuracy under pressure.
  • Deep knowledge of airline bookings, cargo consolidation, and routing processes

 

 

The salary range will be commensurate with education and experience: $75,000-$85,000 per year.

Benefits:

401(k)

Dental, Health, Vision, Life Insurance

18 days PTO, Holidays, Personal Days

 

Why Mallory Alexander?

Mallory Alexander International Logistics is a leading full-service logistics provider established in 1925. With over 13 different facilities in the U.S. and 2 in China, Mallory Alexander supports manufacturers, retailers and other suppliers in the storage and shipment of their valuable cargo, and we do it with confidence–on time, with care, everywhere. We proudly offer competitive compensation, robust benefits and a family environment, an environment where our dedicated employees are able make an impact on our customers' experience. 

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